1
of a picture, memory, etc.
: seeming like real life because it is very clear, bright, or detailed
He gave a vivid description of the scene.
The book includes many vivid illustrations.
The dream was very vivid.
She could remember the dream in vivid detail.
Note: If you have a vivid imagination, you can imagine things that are not real very clearly and easily.
2
: very bright in color
The fabric was dyed a vivid red.
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“Vivid.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/vivid. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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